After reviewing a record 70 portfolios
from the 2011 Distinguished Teaching Award nominees, the selection committee
as has chosen ten finalists for classroom observation during Spring quarter.
Of these ten, four will be selected and honored as Distinguished Teaching
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In-Service tomorrow, Wellness Fair at noon

Don’t forget to visit the Wellness Fair tomorrow during In-Service Day, where you will find dozens of health and wellness vendors ranging from AFLAC to Varckette Family Chiropractic. The Wellness Fair will run from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Nestor Hall Lounges. Vendors such as Delta Dental, American Diabetes Association, Bridgeview Golf Course, Consider Biking, Columbus Parks & Recreation, Education First Credit Union and many more will attend. You’ll find plenty of information, giveaways and even a raffle for those who collect at least 25 stickers from booths at the Wellness Fair. So head over before or after lunch!

Meet two more new employees: Mark French and Rhonda Ward

Mark French

Rhonda Ward

Last week we profiled Parking Supervisor Vanessa Cummings who is in a brand new position at the college. This week, there are two more new arrivals you should meet!

Mark French joined Columbus State in February. He’s the new Facilities Services director, replacing Paul Goggin, who had served in that role for more than six years. French is no stranger to Columbus State. He received his associate degree here in Facility Management and graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2002. Three years ago he earned a bachelor of science in Applied Management from Franklin University.

Before arriving at Columbus State as a staff member, French was the assistant director of Facilities at The Ohio State University. In all, he spent 21 years at OSU. “I was not looking to leave OSU but applied at Columbus State when I heard about this job because of the positive experience I had as a student,” says French. “I was a working adult while taking classes. I saw firsthand what a difference Columbus State can make in someone's life and I wanted to be part of providing the same opportunity for others.”

Rhonda Ward also recently joined Columbus State as the director of Budget and Financial Planning. She’s had more than 20 years of experience in the accounting profession. She arrives after ten years at Urbana University where she most recently served as vice president of Administrative Services and chief financial officer.

Ward earned both of her degrees at Urbana. She has a bachelor of science in Accounting, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1996. She then earned a MBA in 2007.

Instructors from Columbus State Delaware Campus and OSU Marion participated in a pilot program last quarter to celebrate the written words of their students.

Essays featured in the “In My Own Words” reading event were selected by instructors and their students in various Columbus State/OSU Marion freshman writing courses during Winter Quarter. The quarter culminated in a public reading, held March 7 in the balcony area of Moeller Hall's Cyber Cafe.

The selected student writers each received a $10 gift card in recognition of their great writing. Additionally, a panel of judges comprised of instructors from both institutions (and unaffiliated with the selected students) determined the three best essays of the entire group—these winning student writers received $25 gift cards, and their essays were posted online.

Students and instructors involved in the "In My Own Words" pilot program felt it was so successful that it is being repeated this quarter.

As a member of the Columbus State community, you shouldn't forget that your passwords safeguard your privacy and personal information. The passwords we use to access college computing systems (email, Blackboard, Colleague, etc.) should be as secure as possible.

What you can do:

Don't share your user name and/or password with anyone (friends, co-workers, or third party vendors)

Don't write your password down

Be aware of phishing attempts

As a reminder, Columbus State will never ask you for your password. If someone is asking you for your user name and/or password, don't give out your information. If you think someone may have guessed or knows your password, please call the I.T. Support Center at ext. 5050 and they can help reset your password. If you have any questions about information/computer security, please call Rob Clifford at ext. 3686.

Cost saving mailing tips from Mail Services

Did you know that your department can save money simply by mailing at the cheapest rate? Mail Services is available to assist you with your mailing needs and provide money-saving options. Envelope size and postage rate classification are two of the key components of postage cost.

Mailing cost difference in envelope size

Option A

Option B

First Class Mail

First Class Mail

Four Unfolded Sheets of Paper

Four Sheets Tri-folded

Flat 9”x12” Envelope

Standard Business Size Envelope

Cost: $1.20

Cost: $0.42

Mailing cost difference in postage classification when mailing 200 identical pieces or more

Option A

Option B

First Class Mail Rate
1- to 3-day service

Non-Profit Mail Rate
3- to 5-day service

Based on size and weight (increases every 1 oz.)

3.3 oz. and less

Cost: between $0.45 to $1.05 each

Cost: between $0.11 to $0.19 each

Mailing Equipment and Services

When sending large mailings (200 pieces or more), you can email your distribution list to Mail Services and they will use special software to verify your address listing for accurate and current addresses. Your mail will be delivered to the intended recipient the first time and at a much quicker rate. Mail Services also has paper-folding and envelope-inserter equipment that can fold and stuff your envelopes to save you time. Contact Mail Services at mailroom@cscc.edu , ext. 2154, Eric Johnson, Mail Room coordinator ext. 2568 or Steve Eldridge, Mail Room supervisor, ext. 2783.